NZ’s South Island turns the scenery all the way up on this 9-day road trip. Start in Christchurch, cross Arthur’s Pass and learn about pounamu in Hokitika before seeing Franz Josef Glacier up close. Cruise Milford Sound through Fiordland, stand beneath Mt Cook and roll through Wānaka before chasing adrenaline in Queenstown. Pure, high-impact landscapes with the right mix of culture and edge - this is the New Zealand South Island trip done properly.
This is New Zealand’s greatest hits, packed into 21 days spanning the North Island, the South Island and all the must-sees along the way. Start in Christchurch, then take in Lake Tekapo, Lake Ōhau, Mt Cook and Milford Sound before diving into Queenstown’s adventure scene. See Franz Josef Glacier, cross Arthur’s Pass and spot wildlife in Kaikōura, then ferry north to Wellington. Rotorua, Taupō, Paihia and Auckland bring the geothermal, coastal and cultural finish. Icons, fjords, glaciers, beaches and big alpine views - all in one bold NZ journey.
